Regional MCC Strategic Planning Manager, N.A.

Cartier; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartier in Hong Kong seeks a senior regional planning lead to translate regional priorities into structured plans and 3–5 year roadmaps. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage the MCC activation calendar, and prepare executive materials to guide regional leadership decisions.

You will support local markets in aligning regional frameworks, monitor brand performance, and contribute to budgeting, reporting, and strategic insights across North Asia, leveraging luxury market knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business administration, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in business planning, consulting, or regional marketing leadership.
• Experience in luxury, beauty, premium retail or customer-centric industries preferred.
• Proven track record of integrated strategic plans and cross-functional leadership driving brand equity and growth across markets.
• Demonstrated experience in A&P budget management and financial reporting at regional level.
• Deep understanding of luxury consumer mindset and North Asia markets.
• Experience with strategic planning methodologies, market research techniques, and performance measurement frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in BI, data interpretation, and translating data into actionable strategies; Advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
• Fluency in English; Mandarin Chinese and Cantonese proficiency advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Translate regional priorities into structured planning frameworks, timelines, deliverables, and KPIs.
• Support development and maintenance of 3–5 year regional strategic roadmap through planning coordination and cross-functional consolidation.
• Coordinate regional activation calendar; align across functions and markets.
• Prepare executive planning materials and business updates for leadership decision-making.
• Support local markets in adapting regional frameworks while maintaining consistency with regional objectives.
• Monitor brand performance and regional market indicators to support planning priorities.
• Contribute to planning improvements and digitalization of reporting and performance tracking processes.
• Monitor KPIs and report risks and opportunities for regional leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Communication & presentation

Cross-functional leadership

Excel & PowerPoint

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business administration, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Integrated Marketing Planning & Coordination
• Support development and coordination of integrated regional MCC strategic plans, ensuring alignment with global priorities, regional business objectives and local market requirements.
• Translate regional strategic priorities into structured planning frameworks, timelines, deliverables and measurable success indicators
• Support the development and maintenance of the regional 3–5-year strategic roadmap through planning coordination, progress tracking and cross-functional consolidation.
• Coordinate the regional MCC activation calendar, ensuring visibility, prioritization and alignment across functions and markets
• Prepare executive planning materials, strategic presentations and business updates to support regional leadership and decision‑making
• Support local markets in adapting regional frameworks and planning processes while ensuring consistency with regional objectives
• Regional A&P Budget Planning and Governance
• Coordinate regional A&P planning cycle, supporting budget allocation, investment prioritization and annual planning processes
• Consolidate budget proposals, prepare supporting justifications and coordinate submissions to Central Budget Planning, ensuring alignment with regional priorities
• Maintain governance processes and reporting mechanisms to support investment discipline, budget transparency and planning consistency
• Monitor budget utilization across projects and functions, prepare regular budget reviews, and coordinate reporting for Regional Exco, Headquarters and Finance stakeholders
• Business Analysis and Strategic Support
• Consolidate business, clients and market analyses to support regional strategic planning and business reviews
• Partner with MCC and Commercial teams to identify market trends, opportunities and performance insights through client, sales and product analysis
• Coordinate the annual Competitor Intelligence Report by consolidating marketing insights, competitive benchmarking and industry developments to support strategic recommendations
• Monitor brand performance and key market indicators to support regional planning priorities
• Performance Monitoring and Reporting
• Support the implementation and maintenance of performance frameworks for regional Marketing, Communications and Client Experience initiatives
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and digitalization of planning, reporting and performance tracking processes
• Monitor business performance against KPI and objectives, consolidate results and highlight risks, opportunities and areas requiring management attention
• Prepare performance dashboards, executive reviews and analytical reports to facilitate data‑driven decision‑making
• MCC Development and Market Intelligence
• Continuously monitor industry trends, consumer behavior and emerging innovations to identify relevant insights that support regional planning and business development
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of planning methodologies, tools and best practices across the regional MCC community
• Support regional marketing initiatives and coordination of landlord implementation plans with Client Activation and Commercial teams
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Planning Alignment
• Act as the regional planning coordinator across Central teams, local markets, Retail, Commercial and Product Merchandising to facilitate alignment and effective execution of regional priorities
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams, including Client Insights, CRM, Digital, Communications and Events, to ensure integrated planning and timely delivery of key initiatives

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience: Minimum of 8+ years of experience of business planning, consulting, or regional marketing leadership.
• Experience in luxury, beauty, premium retail or customer‑centric industries strongly preferred
• Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing integrated strategic plans and cross‑functional leadership that drive brand equity, client engagement, and business growth across multiple markets.
• Demonstrated experience in A&P budget management, allocation, and financial reporting at a regional level.
• Deep understanding of luxury consumer mindset, market dynamics, and competitive landscape across North Asia.
• Experience with strategic planning methodologies, market research techniques, and performance measurement frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in business intelligence, data interpretation, and translating complex data into actionable strategies. Advanced Excel and Powerpoint.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English is mandatory. Proficiency in the Mandarin Chinese and Cantonese is highly advantageous for effective communication and market understanding of the various markets in the region.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong strategic thinking and the ability to connect granular data points to broader business objectives and market trends.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex insights clearly and persuasively to both technical and non‑technical audiences, including senior leadership.
• Proactive, intellectually curious, and results‑oriented mindset, with a passion for uncovering insights and driving impact.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple analytical projects simultaneously, and thrive in a fast‑paced, regional environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships with cross‑functional teams across different markets.
• A genuine passion for luxury brands and a deep understanding of discerning consumer behavior.
• Cultural Awareness: Sensitivity to regional cultural nuances and their impact on luxury consumers.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and complex international environment.
• Strong collaborative spirit to work effectively within cross‑functional teams.
• Flexibility to travel as required within the designated region.